Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineerRelate Search has partnered with a global manufacturer in a rapidly growing industry to add an Electrical Engineer to its Chicago-area facility. This leadership role will support all stages of the high-speed manufacturing process, from raw materials through finished products, while supervising plant electricians and electronic technicians. The Electrical Engineer will improve equipment reliability, lead electrical projects, and support plant construction, modifications, and equipment installations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that invests in its people and facilities and offers tremendous potential for professional growth and advancement.ResponsibilitiesLead, develop, and supervise plant electricians and electronic technicians while promoting safe and effective work practices.Diagnose electrical and mechanical equipment failures and implement preventive and corrective actions that improve reliability.Test, modify, and maintain electrical machinery, control equipment, circuitry, motor controls, drives, and power distribution systems.Develop electrical diagrams, drawings, and specifications for equipment installations, plant modifications, and expansion projects.Plan and oversee electrical testing, construction, equipment installations, and modifications while recommending equipment repairs or replacements.Qualifications5–7 years of electrical engineering experience within a high-speed manufacturing environment, including at least 3 years of supervisory experience.Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience combined with an associate degree.Experience with control systems, industrial power distribution up to 4,160 volts, instrumentation, calibration, and facility systems.Hands-on knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs, AutoCAD, motor controls, VFDs, DC drives, and industrial process control systems.Ability to travel overnight approximately 10% and provide additional shift, night, weekend, or overtime support when operationally necessary.Perks & BenefitsJoin a growing global manufacturer within a booming industry.Support electrical engineering and reliability at a high-volume manufacturing facility.Work for an organization that invests in its people, technology, equipment, and facilities.Tremendous opportunity for continued professional growth and advancement.